This presentation covers fire alarm system requirements per the IBC, including definitions, occupancy classifications and changes to the life safety systems aspects of the code.
Maria Marks – National Business Development Manager, Siemens
Maria has been active in the Fire Life Safety and Security industry for over 20 years. Her current responsibilities include Business Development nationally through the EngineeringAdvantage™ and Contractor Advantage Programs. Maria is an active member of Siemens Industry Affairs team, and represents NEMA on several NFPA technical committees, including NFPA 101 Correlating and Education & Day Care Committees and NFPA 72 Correlating, and Fundamentals Committees. She is a Past President of the MD-DC-VA chapter of AFAA. A graduate of Wellesley College, Maria holds both NICET IV in fire alarm and CFPS certifications. She resides in Kensington, MD.